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Strings & Sol

Today, Cloud 9 Adventures announces the artist lineup and full event details for the return of bluegrass-centric concert vacation, Strings & Sol, held at Now Sapphire Riviera Cancun in Puerto Morelos, Mexico from December 9 -13, 2016. For the 5th year of the annual destination music event, the lineup features multiple performances by Yonder Mountain String Band, Greensky Bluegrass, Railroad Earth, Leftover Salmon, The Infamous Stringdusters, as well as one show each from Keller & The Keels and Kelleräó»s Grateful Grass. In addition, joining in are special guests Danny Barnes and Nicki Bluhm to complete this exciting 2016 lineup. Attendees of the beloved destination bluegrass vacation are guaranteed a truly memorable experience in a beautiful tropical location. Live music performances äóñ on the beach, poolside and in the fan-favorite open air Palapa äóñ are just steps away from guestrooms, and the all-inclusive amenities of Now Sapphire are at every fingertip. Bringing together a family of music fans with some of their favorite artists, Strings & Sol is the perfect excuse to escape the December weather and head south-of-the-border for some fun in the sun. The String & Sol experience is filled with music, casual artist interactions, artist-hosted workshops, activities and contests, as well as an autograph signing, impromptu jam sessions and treasured seaside siestas to get ready for the nightäó»s festivities. Strings & Sol is truly that magical place, where fans reunite year after year to celebrate south of the border at the ultimate concert vacation in paradise. Located just north of fishing village Puerto Morelos and 25 minutes south of the Cancun Airport, the resort is conveniently located making it easy to explore the surrounding Mayan region from Cancun to Tulum. Fans can book off-site excursions through trusted local providers on the Strings & Sol website. Strings & Sol is again partnering with charitable organization Positive Legacy, encouraging artists and fans to participate in a day of service and cultural connection in the community of Puerto Morelos as a way of giving back. The ongoing Positive Legacy project in this region has been the äóìUrban Garden Initiativeäó, a mission to bring the practice of community gardening to the local high school. The goal of the project is to share in the practice of gardening and create a local, sustainable fresh food source. Details for this yearäó»s Day of Service will be announced in the coming months. Event details are as follows: All-inclusive packages for returning Strings & Sol guests can be booked during the pre-sale on April 26, 2016. If packages remain following the presale, the general on sale begins on April 27, 2016 at 12:00pm EDT at the Strings & Sol website. Pricing for the all-inclusive packages at Now Sapphire start at $1349 per person for Tropical View Suites, with Ocean Front Suites starting at $1699 per person. Package pricing includes accommodations, meals, beverages, activities and shows for all four nights. Look for announcements on artist-hosted activities, theme nights, and community outreach with Positive Legacy in the coming months. Strings & Sol is produced by Cloud 9 Adventures. An industry leader in concert vacations on cruise ships and at all-inclusive resorts, Cloud 9 Adventures also produces Jam Cruise, Holy Ship, Panic en la Playa (feat. Widespread Panic), My Morning Jacketäó»s One Big Holiday, Dominican Holidaze, Zac Brown Bandäó»s Castaway with Southern Ground, Closer to the Sun, and more to be announced.